General Information:
Chemical Formula:
KNa2Al4(B2O5)3Cl3·13(H2O)
Composition:
(Molecular Weight = 838.41 gm)
Potassium 4.66 % K
Sodium 5.48 % Na
Aluminum 12.87 % Al
Boron 7.74 % B
Hydrogen 3.13 % H
Chlorine 12.69 % Cl
Oxygen 53.43 % O
Empirical Formula:
KNa2Al4(B2O5)3Cl3·13(H2O)
Environment:
In a salt deposit.
IMA Status:
Approved IMA 1969
Locality:
Chelkar, Kazakhstan.
Physical Properties:
Cleavage:
None
Color:
chalky white.
Density:
2.1
Habits:
Nodular - Tuberose forms having irregular protuberances over the surface., ,
Hardness:
1-2 - Between Talc and Gypsum
Luster:
Earthy (Dull)
Streak:
white
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